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Tristan Dowson

Landscaper Gardener
Wyndham Vale

Work History

Car Detailer

Smash Repairs
  • Washed cars and trucks daily for auto dealership.
  • Provided exceptional customer service and addressed customer inquiries.
  • Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
  • Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.

Tire Technician

Bob Jane T-Marts
  • Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
  • Sourced tires to meet customer quality and budget needs.
  • Inspected vehicle brakes, shocks and suspension systems, making repair recommendations to restore condition.
  • Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
  • Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Inflated tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements to optimize tire safety.
  • Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.

Driveway Attendant

Tunnel Express Car Wash
  • Promoted a positive first impression for guests by greeting them warmly upon arrival.
  • Ensured a safe environment for customers and their vehicles through careful monitoring of the driveway area.
  • Provided a safe loading manna for loading cars into the car wash drive belt.
  • maintain the car wash for optimal cleaning experience.
  • maintain all chemicals for the wash its self in safe manna.
  • washing cars to custom requests before being loaded.

Tire Technician

Bridgestone Tires
  • Maximized efficiency by coordinating changing and rotating of tires.
  • Disposed of old tires correctly, meeting safety and environmental requirements.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to limit operational disruptions.
  • Serviced customer vehicles quickly and accurately to meet daily appointment schedules.
  • Analyzed customer needs to recommend suitable tires for personalized requirements.
  • Maintained and managed tire and hardware inventory with regular stock assessments.
  • Repaired tires to avoid costly replacements by patching, plugging and replacing valves.

Tire Technician

Highway Tires
  • Verified vehicle safety by testing batteries, performing oil changes and inspecting fluid levels.
  • Achieved high levels of customer trust, offering detailed explanations of maintenance procedures and recommendations.
  • Reduced inventory costs by accurately tracking stock levels and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Prioritized safety through proper disposal of hazardous materials and adherence to company protocols.

Delivery Driver

Eastern Auto Paints
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.

Mechanic Trainee

Datty Motors
  • Received positive feedback from supervisors regarding exceptional work ethic and eagerness to learn new techniques quickly.
  • Developed strong troubleshooting skills through hands-on training sessions with experienced mechanics.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing thorough explanations of work performed during service appointments.
  • Acquired knowledge of various vehicle systems including engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, and electrical components.
  • Contributed to a well-maintained workshop by keeping tools organized and workspaces clean.
  • Enhanced trainee understanding by demonstrating proper use of tools and equipment.
  • Utilized problem-solving abilities to identify potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs.
  • Gained proficiency in reading and interpreting technical manuals, resulting in accurate repairs and reduced downtime.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, tire rotations, and fluid checks with precision and attention to detail.

Parts Picker

Parts Expert
  • Reduced miscommunication with warehouse staff by implementing a clear, concise request system for needed parts.
  • Mentored new hires on company policies and procedures, fostering a positive work culture that valued teamwork and shared responsibility.
  • Improved overall productivity through consistent coordination with supervisors on workload distribution and task allocation among team members.
  • Expedited urgent orders by prioritizing tasks effectively within daily work schedules, ensuring timely delivery of critical components.

Delivery Driver

Amalfi Pizzeria
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.

Pick Packer

Hemco
  • Assisted in reducing stock discrepancies through regular cycle counts, meticulous record-keeping, and prompt reporting of variances.
  • Contributed to warehouse efficiency by collaborating with teammates on load planning, space optimization, and material handling procedures.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by carefully inspecting items for damages or defects before packaging and shipping.
  • Reduced packing time for orders by efficiently organizing and assembling packages in line with company standards.

Factory Worker

Steel Frame Solutions
  • Carefully packaged finished products and prepared for shipment.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Maintained a clean and safe workspace by adhering to safety protocols and regularly organizing the factory floor.
  • Unloaded and loaded items from conveyors, machines, and conveyances.

Construction Subcontractor

Dowson Steel Construction
  • Achieved timely completion of projects by proactively addressing potential delays and resolving issues as they arose.
  • Implemented sustainable construction practices to minimize environmental impact and create energy-efficient buildings that benefited clients in the long run.
  • Streamlined the bidding process by creating accurate cost estimates based on detailed analysis of project requirements and materials needed.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers, and other subcontractors to ensure seamless integration of various project components.

Builder's Laborer

Shedboss Ballarat
  • Ensured client satisfaction with completed work through meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship.
  • Assisted in completing projects on time by effectively managing tasks, materials, and resources.
  • Streamlined workflow processes within the team through effective delegation of responsibilities based on individual strengths.
  • Supported the construction team in achieving deadlines through effective communication and collaboration.

Yard Hand

Shedboss Ballarat
  • Assisted receiving leader with shipments, unloading and loading material using [Equipment].
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team dynamic that led to increased productivity levels.
  • Supported yard operations with the proper use of tools, machinery, and equipment following safety protocols.
  • Collaborated closely with supervisors to address any issues or concerns related to yard operations promptly proactively resolving problems before they escalated further.

Work Study Student

All-Star Car Detailing
  • Engaged actively in professional development opportunities, continuously seeking to improve and grow in the work-study role.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining strong relationships with peers, supervisors, and students.
  • Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
  • Managed an organized filing system for important documents, ensuring easy access when needed.

Fruit Picker

Family Fruit Farmers Market
  • Selected fruit to be harvested by studying size, shape, and color.
  • Reduced crop damage with gentle handling of delicate fruits, ensuring optimal market value.
  • Harvested high volumes of ripe, quality fruits from fields and orchards.
  • Increased efficiency in fruit picking through mastery of various techniques, including ladder use and proper hand placement.

Education

Irymple Secondary Collage
Irymple, Australia
04.2001 -

Cert 1 Transition Education
Ballarat

Wight Card

Ace Training
Ballarat, Australia

Skills

PPE compliance

Teamwork & collaboration

Attention to detail

Good telephone etiquette

Active Listening

Organization & time management

analytical & critical thinking

Decision making

Dependable & responsible

Multitasking ability

Excellent communication

Flexible & adaptable

Timeline

Irymple Secondary Collage
04.2001 -

Car Detailer

Smash Repairs

Tire Technician

Bob Jane T-Marts

Driveway Attendant

Tunnel Express Car Wash

Tire Technician

Bridgestone Tires

Tire Technician

Highway Tires

Delivery Driver

Eastern Auto Paints

Mechanic Trainee

Datty Motors

Parts Picker

Parts Expert

Delivery Driver

Amalfi Pizzeria

Pick Packer

Hemco

Factory Worker

Steel Frame Solutions

Construction Subcontractor

Dowson Steel Construction

Builder's Laborer

Shedboss Ballarat

Yard Hand

Shedboss Ballarat

Work Study Student

All-Star Car Detailing

Fruit Picker

Family Fruit Farmers Market

Cert 1 Transition Education

Wight Card

Ace Training
Tristan DowsonLandscaper Gardener